Blog Posts in November, 2006

Coping with the Holidays and Divorce

Ready or not… it’s the holidays! As the festive season moves into high gear, many people start to feel as though they are operating in low gear trying to get everything done. Yours has not been a typical year. Whether the transitions you’re facing were by choice or not, there still are all the new adjustments to be made, and you may be experiencing a sense of loss as well. All of this accompanied ...

Grandparents Requesting Grandchild Custody and Visitation

A fundamental element of many children's rearing is their relationship with their grandparents. This relationship is often encouraged by parents who seek to develop that vital connection. It is not highly uncommon that a situation arises in which the bond of grandparent and grandchild is not desired by a custodial parent. In such cases grandparents may petition for a court order granting child ...

IDEA: The Law Regulating the Education of Disabled Children

http://www.ideapractices.org/ In 1990, Congress reauthorized the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 as the "Individuals with Disabilities Education Act" or commonly referred to as IDEA. Under IDEA, states accept federal oversight of the delivery of educational services to children with disabilities as a condition of receiving federal funding. Prior to the Act, parents were forced ...

5 Ways To Reduce Your Stress During A Divorce

The process of a divorce, which can last months and in many cases years, can be a painful and exhausting experience which can leave one drained, and stressed at the same time. Whether it's dealing with the numerous court appearances, difficult negotiations, or arranging custody with an unreasonable ex, taking time to clear your mind and relieve tension will be important for you to endure and ...

Michael Jackson Trial: Day 12 of the Prosecution - Part 3 of 3

Criminal defense attorney Don Schweitzer provides legal commentary on the Michael Jackson molestation case involving the cross examination of the alleged victim and the corroboration of the boy's credibility. Part 3 of 3 Click HERE to watch the video.

Michael Jackson Trial: Day 12 of the Prosecution - Part 2 of 3

Criminal defense attorney Don Schweitzer provides legal commentary on the Michael Jackson molestation case involving the cross examination of the alleged victim and the corroboration of the boy's credibility. Part 2 of 3 Click HERE to watch the video.

Michael Jackson Trial: Day 12 of the Prosecution Part 1 of 3

Criminal defense attorney Don Schweitzer provides legal commentary on the Michael Jackson molestation case involving the cross examination of the alleged victim and the corroboration of the boy's credibility. Part 1 of 3 Click HERE to watch the video.

After the Divorce - 5 Tips for Dealing with a Dysfunctional Ex

While I would by no means consider myself an expert in this area, I have unfortunately had a lot of experience dealing with a dysfunctional ex. Here are a few things to consider when working out custody issues with a difficult person. 1. Utilize Visitation Monitors Having a third party diffuses hostility. Transfers are set up at public locations, and bad behavior is not tolerated. 2. Pick and ...